Thank you, blood donors – World Blood Donor Day is celebrated on June 14 in Helsinki

Blood products are used for the treatment of many different diseases. Annually, tens of thousands of patients in Finland receive the help they need from voluntarily donated blood. Patients need blood products year-round, including during holiday seasons. 

Thank you event at Kansalaistori (Citizen Square) 

This year, Blood Service will thank blood donors at Citizen Square in Helsinki on Saturday, June 14, 2025, at a free event. The program is suitable for all ages – bring the whole family! 

Event program: 

• Blood donation bus on site from 12 PM to 5 PM – blood group samples without an appointment (no blood donations).
• Blood Service’s new summer drink – free for the first thousand participants! 
• Dance performances by Caporales Bolivia-Finlandia, first show around 2 PM .
• Choir performance by Grex Musicus around 2:30 PM.
• The Scouts of Finland are joining the event. The Scouts started blood donation activities in Finland 90 years ago. This year, Blood Service and the Scouts of Finland celebrate their long cooperation. 
• The event is hosted by actress and singer Sara Sulander.
• A DJ will be playing music throughout the event. 
• Balloons for children! 

The event is open to everyone and especially designed for families. Everyone interested in blood donation is warmly welcome!